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Have Tightness And Occasional Ache In Back. CT Scan Done. Have Mild Dilation In Aorta. What To Do?
After a Cat Scan today due to a tight feeling in my mid-back, my doctor informed me I have a mild dilation in the aorta. He told me it was not an emergency but is recommending a vascular specialist see me. He also said I was under no restrictions. My question is this: Is the mild dilation what is probably affecting the tightness and occasional ache in my back?
Thank you,
Ron
Thank you,
Ron
Tue, 30 Apr 2013
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Thanks for writing to us.
The occasional back ache is likely to be due to a muscle spasm. It is not likely to be related to the aortic swelling that you have . Rest and mild pain killers with muscle relaxants will help in relief.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The occasional back ache is likely to be due to a muscle spasm. It is not likely to be related to the aortic swelling that you have . Rest and mild pain killers with muscle relaxants will help in relief.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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